2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 and 2006 Buick Lucerne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Buick Lucerne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne. 2006 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | RS4 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
